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Naperville
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 10-year-old Aarvi Vakharia collected 1,660 books during a three-day community drive to support Bernie’s Book Bank in Lake Bluff; the books will be picked up next week & are set to give around eight books each to 207 low-income children. Naperville News 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Naperville Woman’s Club has opened sponsorship opportunities for the 66th Fine Art & Artisan Fair at Naper Settlement on June 27 and 28. The free family event will feature over 100 local artists (sponsors receive exposure on the club’s print and digital media) to support club operations. Positively Naperville
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ North Central College is considering a name change and is gathering input from students, staff, and alumni to strengthen its brand identity and highlight its expanded academic programs. The school will analyze survey responses throughout spring to guide its decisions in Naperville's active community. Naperville News 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nicor Gas safely delivered natural gas to 2.3 million customers during the cold winter storm Friday morning, providing power support to over 650 communities amid below-zero temperatures—teams continue offering safety tips and bill payment assistance to keep households secure. Positively Naperville
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Naperville Area Humane Society advises pet owners to keep pets indoors during the extreme cold and limit outdoor time to brief trips with proper gear. Officials also urge drivers to check vehicles for any animals seeking warmth. Naperville News 17
- ➤ Experts with Endeavor Health warn that frostbite and hypothermia can set in quickly in chilly weather. They advise local residents to layer up + cover extremities and seek warmth immediately if they notice red or numb skin. Naperville News 17
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Naperville resident Jean-Marie Seidl offers a new year plan for residents to declutter and donate items by using five key resources – energy, time, money, skills and space – to simplify home life. Positively Naperville
- ➤ Residents will have a chance to try growing Illinois popcorn as local experts share planting, watering, and care tips to prepare for early May. The guide, inspired by a school project, explains how to grow the state snack that over 300 farms produce. Positively Naperville
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Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience Coldplay's music reimagined by a string quartet under candlelight.
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Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience Vivaldi's masterpieces illuminated by candlelight in a stunning venue.
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Chicago: Workshop Series for Leaders
8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — NIU Naperville Meeting and Conference Center — $395 per workshop or $1,185 for all three — Develop essential leadership skills through engaging and practical workshops.
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2026 IASN Annual Conference
8 AM – 3 PM — NIU Naperville Meeting and Conference Center — Registration details to come — A must-attend event for school nurses looking to elevate their knowledge and advocacy.
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